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#1643 of 1,823 schools in IN

Based on limited data

Lynwood Elementary

Elementary School · MSD Decatur Township

4640 Santa Fe Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Enrollment

673

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,643 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#168 of 222

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

MSD Decatur Township

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Lynwood Elementary

3.8/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center

4.1/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Stephen Decatur Elementary School

3.2/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Lynwood Elementary

Lynwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of MSD Decatur Township. Lynwood Elementary serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,643 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Lynwood Elementary show 19% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics3.8Needs Improvement60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.9% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.7 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,193
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Lynwood Elementary — Students at Lynwood Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.9% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 18.5% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 13 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

How Lynwood Elementary Compares

See how Lynwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
10th percentile in IN
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

Location

4640 Santa Fe Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McClelland Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF INDIANAPOLIS (rated 5.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stout Field Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center Indianapolis 0.8 mi 4.1
Stephen Decatur Elementary School Indianapolis 0.8 mi 3.2
Achieve Virtual Education Academy Indianapolis 1.6 mi 4.6
Stout Field Elementary School Indianapolis 1.6 mi 5.2
Maplewood Elementary School Indianapolis 2.1 mi 4.6
Gold Academy Indianapolis 2.2 mi 4.6
Blue Academy Indianapolis 2.2 mi 5.0
Valley Mills Elementary School Indianapolis 2.1 mi 3.1
Decatur Middle School Indianapolis 2.2 mi 3.7
Decatur Central High School Indianapolis 2.4 mi 4.7
Ben Davis University High School Indianapolis 2.9 mi 6.4
Rhoades Elementary School Indianapolis 3.1 mi 3.0
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF INDIANAPOLIS Indianapolis 3.1 mi 5.5
McClelland Elementary School Indianapolis 3.1 mi 8.3
Damar Charter Academy Indianapolis 2.9 mi 4.4
Garden City Elementary School Indianapolis 3.4 mi 2.9
Christel House Academy West Indianapolis 4.0 mi 3.2
Daniel Webster School 46 Indianapolis 3.7 mi 3.4
Impact Academy 1 Indianapolis 4.3 mi 5.3
Impact Academy 2 Indianapolis 4.3 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,598

Median Home Value

$111,500

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

Population

32,943

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

54.2%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

23.5%

Median Age

30

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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East Side Elementary School Edinburgh, IN 3.9
Harrison Elementary School South Bend, IN 3.9
New Augusta Public Academy - South Indianapolis, IN 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lynwood Elementary

What grades does Lynwood Elementary serve?

Lynwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lynwood Elementary?

Lynwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lynwood Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lynwood Elementary rank in IN?

Lynwood Elementary ranks #1,643 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Lynwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lynwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lynwood Elementary has 19% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Lynwood Elementary a charter school?

No, Lynwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lynwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lynwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lynwood Elementary?

75.8% of students at Lynwood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

District

MSD Decatur Township
District Enrollment
6,655
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,193
District Rank
#5 of 8

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